ENTERTAINMENT

ERIC BAZILIAN, Grammy-nominated co-founder of the Hooters, performs at Germantown Friends School Coffeehouse on Friday, Oct. 22, 8 p.m., with GFS alumni. Event celebrates the dedication of the Loeb Performing Arts Center and benefits lower school community scholars endowment. 31 West Coulter Street. Free parking. Tickets $10, $8 for students. 215-951-2340 ext. 42.

CHESTNUT HILL FILM GROUP presents Hangover Square on Tuesday, Oct. 26 at 7:30 p.m. at the Chestnut Hill Library, 8711 Germantown Ave. Free. 215-248-0977.

MARCUS MILLER, Grammy-award winning jazz bassist, and acclaimed jazz pianist Orrin Evans perform at Germantown Friends School along with GFS choir, chorus and orchestra on Saturday, Oct. 23, 8 p.m. Alumni Keisha Hutchins, David Cope, Jocelyn Russell and David Buffum perform commissioned work by New York off-Broadway composer/lyricist and GFS alumnus Michael Friedman. Event celebrates the dedication of the Loeb Performing Arts Center and benefits lower school community scholars endowment. 31 West Coulter Street. Free parking. Tickets $20, $10 for students. 215-951-2340 ext. 42.

NORTH BY NORTHWEST: Ben Arnold & Scott Bricklin play on Friday, Oct. 22, followed by African/Caribbean party night on Saturday, Oct. 23. Yellow Umbrella Tour Featuring K's Choice is on Friday, Oct. 29, followed by Amity on Saturday, Oct. 30. Times and cover charges vary. Wednesday nights at 7 p.m. are for Salsa; Sundays at 8, it’s classic R&B. Happy Hour Office parties are also available; call for details. 7105 Germantown Ave., Mt. Airy. 215-248-1000.

KESWICK THEATRE: Wynonna sings on Friday, Oct. 22. Dee Snider's "Van Helsing's Curse" is on Saturday, Oct. 23 and America takes the stage on Sunday, Oct. 24. Boney James and Van Hunt will play on Wednesday, Oct. 27. John Astin portrays Edgar Allan Poe on Friday, Oct. 29, followed by a matinee of “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” on Saturday, Oct. 30. Political satirists The Capitol Steps will perform on Saturday & Sunday, Oct. 30 & 31. Times and ticket prices vary. The theater is at Keswick Avenue and Easton Road, Glenside. 215-572-7650 or www.keswicktheatre.com.

MERMAID INN: Flexible Flyer plays bluegrass on Friday, Oct. 22, as does Fred’s Mobile Homes on Saturday, Oct. 23. Zydeco-a-go-go returns on Friday, Oct. 29, followed by the Acoustic League of Justice on Saturday, Oct. 30. Times and cover charges vary. 7673 Winston Road, Chestnut Hill. 215-247-9797 or www.themermaidinn.net.

LETTER TO THE PRESIDENT, a new film showcasing Hip Hop’s direct link to America’s social and political trends throughout the last 30 year, will be shown at the Sedgwick Cultural Center, 7137 Germantown Ave. on Saturday, Oct. 23, 7 p.m. $5. 215-248-9229 or www.sedgwickcenter.org.

FREE SCREENING OF FAHRENHEIT 9/11, sponsored by Northwest for Kerry, will be on Friday, Oct. 22, at the Sedgwick Cultural Center, 7137 Germantown Ave. Doors will open at 6 p.m. Pizza and beverages, as well as information on election issues and volunteer opportunities will be available before the film begins. Come early, space is limited. www.northwestforkerry.org.

KANKOURAN, an African Dance troupe with roots in Senegal, will perform a single show on Sunday, Oct. 24, at 3 p.m. at the Sedgwick Cultural Center, 7137 Germantown Ave. 215-248-9229 or www.sedgwickcenter.org.

THE BRITISH ARE COMING! is a choir, brass and percussion concert on Sunday, Oct. 24 at the First Presbyterian Church in Germantown, 35 W. Chelten Ave., at 3 p.m. Free. 215-843-8811 ext. 819 or www.fpcgermantown.org.

SWING DANCE on Saturday, Oct. 23. Swing lessons at 7 p.m., followed by the Walt Wagner Big Swing Band, 8:45 – midnight. $15 ($12 students or substantial baked goods to share). Commodore Barry Club, 6815 Emlen St. 610-676-0123 or www.swingdance.org.

PIFFARO, THE RENAISSANCE BAND, presents “The French Connection: Northern Composers at the Courts of Rome” on Saturday, Oct. 23 at 8 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church of Chestnut Hill, 8855 Germantown Ave. $. 215-235-8469 or www.piffaro.com.

SPIRITED DANCE & SING, an evening of dances of universal peace and karaoke/dance fundraiser, hosted by the friends of Jeanne Ayesha Lauenborg, will be on Saturday, Oct. 23 from 7-11 p.m. at the Crefeld School, 8836 Crefeld St. 215-247-8323, laoverton@earthlink.net or www.suficaravan.com.

OLDIES DANCE PARTY AND HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST with DJ’s Lou Costello and Billy from Philly will be on Friday, Oct. 22 from 8-midnight. Lu Lu Shriners Great Hall, 5140 Butler Pike, Plymouth Meeting. 800-898-5858. $10 pp. BYOB; ice, water, soda available. Free Parking. Line dance lessons at 7 p.m. are free.

THE PARTY DOLLS are coming to Mount Saint Joseph Academy, Stenton and Wissahickon Avenues in Flourtown, on Saturday, Oct. 30 from 7:30 p.m. to midnight. The Party Dolls’ legendary show is highlighted by outrageous costumes, fun choreography, and the best dance and party songs from the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s! Tickets are $45 and include a fabulous Philly-style food buffet, beer, wine and soda. Proceeds benefit the MSJA Endowment Fund and sports teams. 215-233-3177, ext. 334.

ARC GOSPEL OPEN MIC NIGHTS take place at the Point of Destination Café, Upsal Train Station, Greene & Upsal streets, starting on Friday, Oct. 22 and every other Friday night thereafter, from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. 267-736-2063.

SOLOIST CONCERT. Choir soloists Astrid Caruso, Alyson Harvey, Dave Sharp and Jerry Brandt will present a concert on Friday, Oct. 29, 8 p.m. at St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church, 8000 St. Martin’s Lane. In addition to solo repertoire, the program will feature Brahms’ Liebeslieder Waltzes, with Ken Lovett and John Burrows playing the four-hand piano accompaniments. Free admission. 215-247-7466.

JAZZ FLUTIST WALTER BELL, of Chestnut Hill, is a featured performer each Sunday at Hibachi, Pier 19, Columbus Blvd. & Callowhill St., from 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Reservations: 215-592-7100.

THE LOFT JAZZ CLUB (UPSTAIRS AT ANGLESEA’S PUB), 7132 Germantown Ave., offers live jazz on Saturdays from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. No cover. 215-247-0598.

AT THE LAROSE CLUB, 5531 Germantown Ave., Tony Williams plays jazz on Mondays; you can take dance lessons and/or dance to the oldies on Wednesdays; enjoy live jazz and Caribbean music on Fridays; and dance to the oldies on Saturdays. 215-844-5818.

BLUE MONDAY JAZZ JAMS take place each Monday from 6-9 p.m. at the Sedgwick Cultural Center, 7137 Germantown Ave.

ARTS

JMS GALLERY, 8236 Germantown Ave. Wed-Fri, 1-6:30; Sat, 12-5; and by appointment. Through Nov. 13, still life paintings by Doris Peltzman; photography by Vincent Feldman, Link Harper and Yvonne Barber. 215-248-4649.

ART AND ARCHITECTURE: WORKS IN MIXED MEDIA is on display at the Sedgwick Cultural Center, 7137 Germantown Ave., until Nov. 7. Artist Sherman Anderson will be discussing the technical process behind his works on Saturday, Oct. 30 at 2 p.m. Free. 215-248-9229.

INFUSION’S GALLERY is featuring “Fiber in Dimension,” non-traditional fiber sculpture by Leslie Pontz. 7133 Germantown Ave. 215-842-1939.

ON BALANCE, a show by Mt. Airy artist Alice Norman Mandel, will be at the Artforms Gallery, 106 Levering St., Manayunk, through Nov. 14. 215-483-3030.

"PLAYING THE FIELD: THE ART + DESIGN OF GODLEY-SCHWAN" at The Design Center/Philadelphia University will run through Nov. 19. This retrospective exhibition of furniture, furnishings, process drawings and sketchbooks highlights the bridging of craft, art and design – a trend that became full-blown in the American furniture market during the 1980s and 1990s. 215-951-2860. www.PhilaU.edu/designcenter.

“ARABESQUES,” encaustic paintings by Christopher Meredith, are on display at Gallery Saint Martin. Also featuring painting, prints and more by Susan Hall, Naomi Limont, Monique Seyler and Ursula Sternberg. Public hours: Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays 2-6 p.m. through Dec. 19 and by appointment. Call 215-247-7811 for info. Visit at 7811 St. Martin's Lane or on the web at GallerySaintMartin.com.

CERAMIC TILE WORKSHOPS are available on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings through Nov. 3 at Karen Singer Tileworks, 90 E. Church Lane, Germantown. 215-849-7010 or www.karensinger.com.

** WOODMERE ART MUSEUM is showing a collection of more than 50 works — including oil paintings, watercolors, and prints — by the late Allan Freelon, African-American, Tyler School of Art-educated, master Impressionist painter and printmaker through Nov. 28. Paintings by Nelson Shanks will be on display through Jan. 16. Woodmere is at 9201 Germantown Ave. Suggested donation $5, $3 seniors and students, children under 12 free. Visiting hours: Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sun. 1 – 5 p.m. Call 215-247-0476 or visit www.woodmereartmuseum.org for more information.

REAL WORLD/DREAM WORLD: Paintings by Lisa Reisman, Christopher Windle and Joseph Gibson will be on display from Oct. 22 - Nov. 14 at Allens Lane Art Center, Allens Lane & McCallum Street. 215-248-0546 or www.allenslane.org. Opening reception: Friday, Oct. 22, 7 – 9 p.m.

FURNISHING THE HOME IN EARLY FEDERAL GERMANTOWN, 1790-1810, is the exhibit at the Germantown Historical Society, 5501 Germantown Ave., until December 30. 215-844-1683 or www.germantownhistory.org.

FALL AT ALLENS LANE ART CENTER includes classes, plays, art exhibits and more. See complete schedule and register online at www.allenslane.org/classes.html or call 215-248-0546 for a brochure.

THE WISSAHICKON ART CENTER, 5245 Ridge Ave., Roxborough, offers classes for kids and adults in performing and visual arts. Call 215-482-4860 for details.

WHITEMARSH COMMUNITY ART CENTER CALL FOR ENTRIES. Open to producers of fine original crafts including clay, fiber, metal, wood, glass, etc. through juried committee. Annual craft market is held Dec. 2-5 in the Barn in Cedar Grove Park on Cedar Grove Road in Conshohocken. Details: 610-825-0917.

WHITEMARSH COMMUNITY ART CENTER, 100 Cedar Grove Road, Conshohocken, offers a variety of art workshops for adults and children throughout the year, plus theater and museum trips. 610-825-0917.

NATURE/GARDENS

Apple Cider on Forbidden Drive. Join Fairmount Park staff and volunteers in making apple cider using an old-fashioned cider press on Saturday, Oct. 23 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. An apple hunt for children will begin at 11:30 a.m. Meet in front of the “Cedar’s House” at Northwestern Ave. and Forbidden Dr. Free. 215-685-9285.

HELP HEAL THE WISSAHICKON. Join Weavers Way for a Preserve Your Park session on Saturday, Oct. 23, 9-12. We will be working in our adopted portion of the woods at the base of Hortter Street where it intersects Park Line Drive. David Bower of the office of volunteer services for Fairmount Park will bring the tools and point to the problems that need attention. All co-op members and friends are welcome. 215-248-1880.

** THE SCHUYLKILL CENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION (SCEE) is at 8480 Hagy’s Mill Road, Roxborough. Halloween Hikes are scheduled for Friday and Saturday nights, Oct. 29 & 30 from 6-9 p.m. Bring a flashlight. Groups leave every fifteen minutes for the approximately hour long hike. Cost is $7/member and $9/nonmember, under two years free. Information/pre-registration for all programs: 215-482-7300.

MILITIA HILL HAWK WATCH takes place at Ft. Washington State Park daily, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., through Oct. 31. 215-884-2558.

THE WISSAHICKON VALLEY WATERSHED ASSOCIATION’S archeological dig continues to find artifacts. You can help with the dig and/or see the artifacts on display. Also, birding classes for all levels are also available at the WVWA. 12 Morris Road, Ambler. 215-646-8866.

** AT THE MORRIS ARBORETUM: A variety of trips, activities and classes are going on now — for amateurs as well as professionals — adults as well as kids — including horticulture, tree health (Nov. 2 & 9), perennial gardening (Nov. 9), landscape design and floral design. 100 Northwestern Ave.; $; 215-247-5777 or www.morrisarboretum.org.

HIKE THE WISSAHICKON with various groups throughout the month. Call the Friends of the Wissahickon at 215-247-0417 for details or click www.fow.org/calendar/calendar.htm.

THE PENNSYLVANIA HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY offers a variety of classes throughout the year at various locations. Call 215-988-8869 or go to www.pennsylvaniahorticulturalsociety.org for details.

WATERSHED EXHIBIT OPEN HOUSE, Saturday, Oct. 30, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. With funding from the Environmental Protection Agency, the Environmental Center has been transformed with a new mural, 200-gallon aquarium and interpretive exhibits. Activities for the whole family will include mini hikes of the Andorra Natural Area, crafts and refreshments. Wissahickon Environmental Center, 300 Northwestern Ave. 215-675-9285.

FOR THE KIDS

GHOST WALK, a Teenagers, Inc. activity, will be on Saturday, Oct. 30 starting at the Chestnut Hill Library, 8711 Germantown Ave. Five tours depart on the half-hour starting at 6:30 p.m., with four storytellers. $5 (under 6 free) in advance from Sovereign Bank or CH Welcome Center. 215-242-4976.

** THE CHESTNUT HILL LIBRARY, 8711 Germantown Ave.: Halloween Story Time for ages 4-10 will be on Wednesday, Oct. 27 at 6:30 p.m. with face painting, scary stories and refreshments. Story time for 1- to 3-year-olds is on Tuesday mornings at 10:30 a.m., and on most Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m. for children 3-6. 215-685-9290.

HALLOWEEN CHILDREN’S FAIR will be at the Germantown YMCA, 5730 Greene St, on Friday, Oct. 29 from 5-8 p.m. Face painting, entertainment, prizes and candy are part of the event. 215-849-6426.

O’DOODLE’S TOY STORE, 8335 Germantown Ave., is now offering martial arts for kids classes and holds an interactive story time on Thursdays at 11:30 a.m. 215-247-7345.

HALLOWEEN CELEBRATION at Plymouth Meeting Mall will be on Saturday, Oct. 30 from 5-7 p.m.

CHILDREN’S SWIMMING LESSONS — for ages 6-12 — will be offered at Chestnut Hill College on Saturday mornings this fall. Registration for the second session is on Saturday, Oct. 30 from 10-11 a.m. Call Tom Warner at 215-248-7061 for details.

FREE LIBRARY OF SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP, 1600 Paper Mill Road, Wyndmoor, offers daytime and evening story times for young children. 215-836-5300.

BORDERS, 8701 Germantown Ave.: Children’s story time is held the first Monday of the month at 10:30 a.m. 215-248-1213.

THE LOVETT LIBRARY, 6945 Germantown Ave.: Call for story hours and special events: 215-685-2095.

NOAH’S ARK CHILDREN’S CENTER INC. ministry at Blair Christian Academy, 220 W. Upsal St., offers kid’s club for ages 3 – 13 every first and third Saturday from 10:45 a.m. – 2 p.m. Kids experience Bible time, music, games, arts and crafts and more. Lunch is provided. 215-479-9375.

PLAY FREE AT PLEASE TOUCH MUSEUM. Free Library of Philadelphia customers will now be able to visit the Please Touch Museum for free through a special program. Eight library branches, including the Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library at 68 W. Chelten Ave., are loaning out Please Touch Museum play passes, allowing up to six people to visit the museum for free. Details: 215-685-2152.

FUN BIRTHDAY PARTIES WITH AN HISTORIC TWIST. For kids aged 7-12, a party at The Highlands includes historic games, crafts, dress up, scavenger hunts and more. Parties are two hours in length at the historic mansion and cost $100 for the first 10 children. The Highlands is located at 7001 Sheaff Lane, Ft. Washington. 215-641-2687.

THE ROXBOROUGH YMCA, 7201 Ridge Ave., offers after-school and teen leadership programs, plus sports, arts and other activities for kids. Trick-or-treating and a haunted house are on Saturday, Oct. 30. Details: 215-482-3900.

HATCH DANCE THEATER offers 3-5 year old creative movement on Tuesdays 3:15 and Thursdays 11:15 at Chestnut Hill Methodist Church; intergenerational dance for 2 years and up on Thursdays 2-2:45; and acting classes on Tuesdays at 4 p.m for 8-13-year-olds and at 6:15 for 13 and older. 215-416-0457.

HEALTH/FITNESS

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE YOU VACCINATE YOUR CHILDREN will be discussed at Roberts Family Chiropractic, 8151 Ridge Ave., at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 27. Side effects, statistics, research that shows possible dangers of vaccines, and information that seriously questions the safety and effectiveness of vaccines will be discussed. The discussion will be followed by a Q&A session. Reservations: 215-487-2500.

SAFETY AND ASSERTIVENESS WORKSHOP. Learn the elements of both verbal and physical self-defense in this free two-hour introductory workshop on Monday, Oct. 25 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Falls of Schuylkill Library, 3501 Midvale Ave. Participants will learn a mix of crucial skills and attitudes including principles of self-defense, confident body language, verbal assertiveness, common sense safety practices, as well as strikes and kicks for all body types and releases for common grabs. Presented by W.A.V.E. (Women’s Anti-Violence Education). All are welcome. Pre-register: 215-685-2093.

BEGINNER GYROKINESIS CLASS (therapeutic movement system for the spine) taught by Joe Tighe, physical therapist, every Monday evening at 6:30 p.m. at his studio, The Balance Point, 400 W. Hortter St., 215-844-7773. First class free.

“THE SIMPLICITY OF AWAKENING,” a yoga workshop on Saturday, Oct. 23 from 12:30 to 5:00 p.m with Jonathan Labman, will incorporate dialogue, mantra, meditation and simple body awareness exercises. $60 includes lunch. Yoga Schelter, 3502 Scotts Lane, Bldg. 3, Suite 1, East Falls. www.yogaschelter.com or 215-991-YOGA.

BLOOD SUPPLIES ARE AT A CRITICALLY LOW LEVEL! Being a donor might not get your name in the newspaper or on TV, but it sure makes you an American hero. Information: 1-800-GIVE-LIFE or www.pleasegiveblood.org.

TO LIVE AGAIN, INC., a support group for widows and widowers, will sponsor a free conference for widows and widowers of all ages on Saturday, Oct. 23 at the Plymouth Meeting Community Church, 1090 Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting. Registration will begin at 12:30 p.m., followed by the programs at 1:15 p.m. The theme is “Yes, You Can!” Discussion groups will be moderated by professionals. No reservations are necessary. 610-664-7595.

HOPE ON THE HORIZON: Living Beyond Breast Cancer’s Stacy Goldstein Symposium on Breast Cancer will be on Saturday, Oct. 30 at the Doubletree Hotel in Somerset, N.J. 610-645-4567 or www.lbbc.org.

JEWISH FAMILY AND CHILDREN'S SERVICE of Greater Philadelphia will be offering continuing education programs and classes on health and healing at various locations throughout the region. Visit www.jfcsphil.org or call 215-540-3737 for more information.

STRENGTH AND AEROBIC INTERVAL TRAINING is offered on Saturdays at 6:30 a.m. at Wallace and Glick Physical Therapy and Fitness, 813 Bethlehem Pike. $. 215-233-9677. Donna Storm and Drew Wallace will lead the training.

KEYSTONE HOSPICE OFFERS SUPPORT GROUPS throughout the month, with specialty groups for children, widowers, young widows, and a new “motherless daughters” group. Most are free, lunch is often included, but pre-registration is requested: 215-836-2440. 8765 Stenton Ave., Wyndmoor.

STAY IN SHAPE. For many kinds of movement, mind-body and dance classes for you and your kids, ongoing and drop-in, look to the Moving Arts Studio, off Lincoln Drive. 215 842-1040.

FUN RUN. Wissahickon Wanderers Running Club meets every Saturday at 8 a.m.; start at Valley Green. Details: 215-849-9080 or www.wanderersrunningclub.org.

RELAX INTO NOW MEDITATION teleclass with Linda Durand every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at 8 p.m., starting Wednesday, Oct. 6. Join this group call and experience "yoga on the phone" without leaving home! 215-242-0604 or www.RelaxIntoNow.com.

YOGA / TAI CHI / QIGONG classes are offered throughout the week at The Second Wind Center, 98 Bethlehem Pike. Information: 215-248-9642.

CHESTNUT HILL HOSPITAL offers a great variety of programs and support groups, plus exercise programs for all ages and physical conditions (including yoga and Feldenkrais), cardiac rehabilitation, women’s health issues, smoking cessation programs, CPR, a senior activity and functional evaluation (SAFE) program, a variety of clinical trials, a driver screening course, wound care program, diabetes education and support center, a geriatric resource center, drop-in parenting discussion and child play group, a prosthetic and orthotic program, wheelchair program, prenatal/postpartum yoga classes, cancer support groups, breastfeeding classes, stroke club, babysitter training and more. 215-753-2000 or www.chh.org.

EDUCATION

CHOICES FACING JEWISH VOTERS IN NOVEMBER. A debate on the Issues will be presented by Gratz College on Thursday, Oct. 28 at 8 p.m. at 7605 Old York Road, Melrose Park. Featured speakers will include J.J. Goldberg, editor of The Forward Newspaper, and Jonathan Tobin, editor of the Jewish Exponent. The event is free and open to the public but reservations are strongly recommended. 215-635-7300 ext. 154 or e-mail at mblechman@gratz.edu or go to www.gratz.edu.

FRENCH-ONLY CONVERSATION LUNCHEON, sponsored by the Alliance Française, will take place at Cafette, 8136 Ardleigh St., on Friday, Oct. 22 at 12:30. 215-735-5283.

PRESSED FLOWER CRAFTS: A FREE WORKSHOP. Deborah Litwack of Milkweed Studios will present a hands-on introduction to the art of making pressed flower pictures at the Falls of Schuylkill Library, 3501 Midvale Ave., on Wednesday, Oct. 27, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Each participant will make a greeting card to take home. All supplies will be provided; for both adults and teens. Pre-register: 215-685-2093.

WISSAHICKON CHARTER SCHOOL, 4700 G. Wissahickon Avenue across from Fern Hill Park, is having an open house for all interested applicants entering kindergarten for the 2005-2006 school year on Thursday, Oct. 28, 5:30-7:30 p.m.; Tuesday, Nov. 9, 4-6 p.m.; and Wednesday, Dec. 8, 6-8 p.m. Interested applicants must be 5 years of age by September 1, 2005. 267-338-1020.

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE FOR GRANT WRITING WORKSHOP. Partial scholarships are available for nonprofit and faith-based organizations and students to attend a two-day grant-writing workshop presented by Zocklein & Associates on Thursday-Friday, Nov. 4 & 5 at the Holiday Inn Ft. Washington, 432 Pennsylvania Ave. All classes will start at 8:30 a.m. and end at 5 p.m. To register, call Zocklein & Associates at 800-371-5703 or visit www.zockgrant.com.

NEXT ACT TEST IS DEC. 11. The next national test date for the ACT Assessment is Dec. 11. College-bound students should register by the Nov. 5 postmark deadline. Students can register online at www.actstudent.org. The Web site also has sample test questions.

"EFFECTIVE DISCIPLINE" is a workshop series given by the Springfield/Whitemarsh Parenting Center on Thursdays, Oct. 28 and Nov. 4 from 9:30 - 11:30 am in Haas Hall, St. Thomas' Church, Bethlehem Pike and Camp Hill Road. Fee $12 ($15 with spouse). Childcare available. This two-session workshop teaches discipline techniques that allow parents to remain calm and confident even when it is necessary to stop a child from unacceptable behavior. Develop skills in rule making, handling child protests and alternatives to punishment.

BASIC MEDIATION TRAINING will be offered by the Good Shepherd Mediation Program on Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 21, 22 & 23, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., at the Mediation Center, 5356 Chew Ave. Focus will be on family and neighborhood issues. It offers trainees the opportunity to develop skills and techniques to enhance information gathering, communication, problem solving, conflict management, agreement writing, ethical decision-making and perception. 215-843-5413.

KIDS THAT START AHEAD, STAY AHEAD! How to teach your newborn to six-year-old anything and everything joyously. View a free 44-minute introductory video production, featuring author Glenn Doman, on Wednesday, Oct. 27 at 7:30 p.m. at the Institutes for the Achievement of Human Potential, 8801 Stenton Ave., Wyndmoor. Reservations: 267-440-2576.

THE BUSINESS CENTER AT NEW COVENANT CAMPUS is beginning its fall classes, which range in subject matter from federal SBA courses to business capitalization to personal organization courses. For a complete listing of courses and open houses, go to www.thebizctr.com or call 215-247-2473.

THE MT. AIRY COMPUTER CENTER, 6335 Wayne Ave., offers classes for kids and adults throughout the week. Call 215-438-8505 for a complete schedule.

PRESIDENT'S COMMISSION ON WHITE HOUSE FELLOWSHIPS is accepting applications for the 2005-2006 Class. Founded in 1964, the White House Fellows program is America's most prestigious program for leadership and public service. White House Fellowships offer exceptional young men and women first-hand experience working at the highest levels of the federal government. Applications must be postmarked by Feb. 1, 2005. Go to www.whitehouse.gov/fellows for details.

BOOK SCENE

BOOK SALE. The Friends Of The Elkins Park Free Library will hold a book sale on Friday, Oct. 22, 7-9 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 23, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; and Sunday, Oct. 24, 1-3:30 p.m. at 563 East Church Road, Elkins Park. Sale includes books, CDs, audiotapes, videos, magazines, records and more. 215-635-5000.

TRUDY RUBIN, WORLDVIEW COLUMNIST FOR THE PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER and author of the timely new book, Willful Blindness: The Bush Administration and Iraq, will be discussing and signing her book at Borders, 8701 Germantown Ave. on Thursday, Oct. 21 at 7 p.m. 215-248-1213.

AUTHOR WORKSHOP & BOOK SIGNING from Picky Parent Guide: Choose Your Child’s School with Confidence, The Elementary Years (K-6) by Dr. Bryan C. Hassel with his wife, Emily Ayscue Hassel. Learn the five questions every parent should ask when deciding which is the right school for your child. Workshop will include not-yet-in-print tips from the forthcoming Picky Parent Guide for middle and high school. Wednesday, Oct. 27, 7-8:30 p.m. at the Lovett Branch Library, 6945 Germantown Ave., 215-685-2095. Free.

RELIGION

SOUTH AFRICAN AMBASSADOR Barbara Masekela will speak at First United Methodist Church of Germantown, 6023 Germantown Ave., Sunday, Oct. 24, at the 11 a.m. morning worship service. Ambassador Masekela will speak to the congregation about South Africa’s journey to freedom, about the challenges of job creation and combating the HIV/AIDS pandemic in the rainbow nation today, and about the power of people of faith in meeting such challenges. Free and open to the public. 215-438-3677.

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF GERMANTOWN (FUMCOG) is joining other faith communities in the National Weekend of Faith in Action (October 22-24), initiated by Amnesty International USA. This weekend is designed to initiate dialogue about abolition of the death penalty. On Sunday, Oct. 24, FUMCOG will ring a bell and hold a short prayer vigil at 12:30 p.m. at 6023 Germantown Ave. to protest the executions that have taken place since the last vigil on June 2. Members of the community are welcome to join the vigil.

“DON’T WAVE GOODBYE,” a story of the rescue of 1,000 children brought to America during the Holocaust, will be told at the National Museum of American Jewish History, 55 North 5th St., on Sunday, Oct. 31, 2 p.m. The program challenges the belief that Americans did nothing to directly and actively save Holocaust victims. 215-923-3811 or www.nmajh.org.

SSJ CENTER FOR SPIRITUALITY, 9701 Germantown Ave., will host “Coffee & Contemplation” on Thursday mornings through Nov. 11 from 9:30-11:45 a.m. They also offer weekend retreats, presentations and workshops throughout the year. Call 215-248-7222 for details.

SPEND FRIDAY NIGHT AT BETH OR’S SYNAPLEX, a new way to celebrate Shabbat. Connect in a way that is meaningful to you begins on Friday, Oct. 29. Happy Hour begins at 5:15 p.m.; choose from four worship services at 6 p.m.; community dinner at 7 p.m., followed by other activities at 8. Dinner reservations & details: 215-646-5806 Congregation Beth Or, Penllyn Pike & Dager Road, Spring House.

ST. PAUL’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH, 22 E. Chestnut Hill Ave.: The Women in the Bible series will be on Wednesdays, Oct. 27, Nov. 3, 10 and 17, 7:30 - 9 p.m. in the Dixon House Library, led by The Rev. Jean Mather for the first three weeks, then Rabbi Leonard Gordon and his wife Lori Lefkovitz, and St. Paul's parishioner Jonathan Nidock on Nov. 17. Information: the Rev. Anita Schell-Lambert at 215-242-2055 ext. 35 or www.stpaulschestnuthill.org.

ST. MARTIN-IN-THE-FIELDS EPISCOPAL CHURCH, 8000 St. Martin’s Lane: On Sunday, Oct. 31, at 10 a.m., longtime St. Martin’s parishioner Michael Norman, managing director of Call to Renewal, will discuss some of the connections between faith, advocacy, public policy, and voting, with regard to the pressing issue of poverty in America. Call to Renewal is a national network of churches, faith-based organizations and individuals working to overcome poverty in America. 215-247-7466.

UNITARIAN SOCIETY OF GERMANTOWN, 6511 Lincoln Drive, offers “Coffee and Conversation” on most Sundays at 9:30 a.m. Clarence Miller will discuss the Nicetown Boys & Girls Club on Oct. 24. For Information call 215-844-1157 or visit www.usguu.org.

JENNIFER WEINER will be the guest speaker at the Congregation Or Ami sisterhood luncheon on Sunday, Oct. 24, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Join us to hear Weiner speak about her popular witty, unglam novels that are making her the biggest chick-lit success story. Find out what all the buzz is about! Call today for ticket availability: 610-828-9066.

PLYMOUTH VALLEY COMMUNITY CHURCH, 1090 Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, offers a full range of worship and community services. 610-277-1690 or www.PVCCHURCH.com.

GERMANTOWN SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH, 200 E. Cliveden St, will feature Walter Pearson throughout October. 215-849-6967.

CONNECTING TO OUR JUDAISM is a series of interactive and experiential programs at Or Ami, 708 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill. 610-828-9066.

MISCELLANEOUS

BAZAAR: Saturday, October 30, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Chestnut Hill Senior Center. Handmade gifts, books, “white elephants,” baked goods, raffles, drawing for 2004 hand-sewn quilt. New location: St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church, St. Martin’s Lane & Willow Grove Ave.

FUNDRAISER CAR WASH AND BAKE SALE. First Church of the Brethren, 8707 West Cheltenham Ave., Wyndmoor, will hold a car wash and bake sale on Saturday, Oct. 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Browse through the bake sale table with your free cup of coffee while you are having your car washed. The fee for car washing will be on a donation basis. All proceeds from this fundraiser dinner will go to the church choral program. 215-836-5083 or www.churchofthebrethren.com.

HISTORIC RITTENHOUSETOWN, 206 Lincoln Drive, will host a Halloween family papermaking workshop and a hearth cooking class on Saturday, Oct. 23. Information/registration: 215-843-2228. www.rittenhousetown.org.

MIDDLE EAST LETTER WRITING CAMPAIGN continues on Thursday, Oct. 28 at Chestnut Hill Friends Meeting, 100 E. Mermaid Lane, 7-9 p.m. Paper, pens and postage provided. Bring your laptop if so desired. E-mail information: pjpn@verizon.net.

MOUNT AIRY PLAYGROUND, 7001 Germantown Ave., has a variety of fall activities for kids and adults: after-school programs, football, ceramics, basketball, aerobics, karate, line dancing and more. Call 215-685-9297 for details.

CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1974 REUNION will be on Nov. 26-27. Make your reservation ASAP by calling 610-323-7150 or e-mail eces@enter.net.

GERMANTOWN HIGH CLASS OF 1974 is planning its reunion for Saturday, Oct. 23 at the Adams Mark Hotel. RSVP: 215-844-4901 or gtownreunion@aol.com.

“TITANIC: THE ARTIFACT EXHIBITION” is on display at The Franklin Institute Science Museum, 222 North 20th Street, through January 2. 215-448-1200 or www.fi.edu.

FREE HELP FOR SMALL BUSINESS. Win free assistance in stabilizing or growing your business from the Greater Philadelphia Region of the International Institute for Independent Business (IIB-GPR). For an entry form and more information, call Bruce Murray at 215-848-4222 or e-mail bpmurray@infionline.net.

LEWIS & CLARK: THE NATIONAL BICENTENNIAL EXHIBITION will be on display at The Academy of Natural Sciences from Nov. 6 – March 20, 2005. Timed tickets are on sale now. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to relive America’s greatest adventure through the eyes of the intrepid explorers and the Native Americans they encountered. Call 1-800-347-9000 or go to www.acnatsci.org/lewisclark.

SAFETY, ASSERTIVENESS AND SELF-DEFENSE FOR WOMEN. Women's Anti-Violence Education (WAVE) welcomes women of all ages shapes, sizes and physical abilities to a full-length six-week self defense class held every Thursday evening through Nov. 4, from 6-8 p.m. at 1501 Cherry Street in Center City. Learn skills and techniques to help you avoid, deter and resist assault. Register: 215-241-5720. 

PAWS FOR THE CAUSE dog walk, to benefit Fox Chase Cancer Center, will be on Sunday, Oct. 24 at the center, 333 Cottman Ave., starting at 8 a.m. 215-728-3024.

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SAVE THE DATE

PRESERVATION POTPOURRI, to benefit the Chestnut Hill Historical Society, is on Saturday, Nov. 6 from 7-11 p.m. at four residences in Druim Moir, followed by dancing and a combined live/silent auction.

A TASTE OF CHESTNUT HILL, the annual dine-around to benefit Teenagers, Inc., will be on Sunday, Nov. 7 from 5-8 p.m. at Springside School.

CHESTNUT HILL HOLIDAY HOUR TOUR is on Saturday, Dec. 4.

THE ANNUAL LUPUS LOOP RUN/WALK, to benefit the Lupus Foundation of Southeastern Pennsylvania, will be on Sunday, Oct. 31 at Memorial Hall in Fairmount Park. www.lupus-sepa.org or 215-517-5070.

PLANNED PARENTHOOD SOUTHEASTERN PA fall event and auction will be on Saturday, Nov. 6 at Material Culture, 4700 Wissahickon Ave., East Falls. 215-351-5529.

BORROWERS BALL of the Free Library of Philadelphia will be on Saturday, Nov. 6 at the library, 1901 Vine St. 215-567-7710 or www.library.phila.gov.

CONDUCTOR’S BALL to benefit the Johnson House Historic Site will be on Saturday, Nov. 6 from 8 p.m.-midnight in the Hall of Flags at Penn, 3417 Spruce St.

THE PRINT CENTER ANNUAL AUCTION will be on Wednesday, Nov. 17 from 6-9 p.m. 215-735-6090 or www.printcenter.org.

UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY FANTASY AUCTION will be on Saturday, Nov. 13 at the Hilton on City Avenue. 215-242-4200.

VOLUNTEER

• Help a child learn to read. Philadelphia Reads is working to ensure that all Philadelphia children read well and independently by the end of third grade. Volunteers become reading coaches at area schools and after-school programs. Training sessions are held in the Municipal Services Building, 1401 JFK Blvd., 16th floor. Call 215-686-4450 for more information or to reserve a spot.

• “Lewis & Clark: The National Bicentennial Exhibition” will be at The Academy of Natural Sciences this fall. Make history as a volunteer for this once-in-a-lifetime museum exhibit. For information, contact Lois Kuter, volunteer coordinator, 215-299-1029 or kuter@acnatsci.org.

• Roxborough YMCA after school program needs your help. Are you a high school student, college student or adult looking to help others? Are you good with math, English, history, science or arts and crafts? The Roxborough YMCA is looking for volunteer tutors to help tutor children in its After School Program. Children will range from kindergarten to the fifth grade. Anyone interested should contact Mark Szezek at the Roxborough YMCA at 215-482-3900, extension 24.

• Volunteer with ASAP/After School Activities Partnerships! Share your passion, hobby or pastime with kids for one hour a week at a school, recreation center or library convenient to you. Call ASAP/After School Activities Partnerships at 215-875-7024, e-mail asapinfo@phillyasap.org or go to www.phillyasap.org. 

• The Pennsylvania Senior Environment Corps of The Schuylkill Center is seeking active people over 55 who are interested in doing water quality monitoring, public outreach or related activities for just a few hours each month. Call 215-482-7300.

• The Lupus Foundation of Southeastern PA can always use help with general office work as well as special projects. 215-517-5070 or www.lupus-sepa.org.

• Chestnut Hill Hospital is recruiting volunteers for a variety of challenging positions. Volunteers are needed in patient and non-patient care areas. A commitment of a 4-hour block of time once a week is desired. Call 215-248-8289 or e-mail vsd@CHH.org.

• Fox Chase Cancer Center is looking for volunteers to provide administrative staffing assistance. Call 215-728-3110 for more information.

• Cancer Patients Need Your Help. Area cancer patients need your help to get to and from their medical treatments and appointments. Road to Recovery, a service program sponsored by the American Cancer Society, needs kind people to volunteer a few weekday hours to help a neighbor in need. Some mileage reimbursement is available and schedules are flexible. Reliable car and insurance required. For more information, call 610-692-0677.

• The Philadelphia Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking male and female volunteers to serve as mentors to the young men and women enrolled in DHS’ Achieving Independence Center (AI Center), a resource for young men and women in foster care who are “aging out” of the system. For many of these young people, there is no family or support network awaiting them. The AI Center enables these young men and women to acquire basic life skills, employment training, job opportunities and even a place to live. Mentors must be at least 21 years of age, be willing to make a 12-month commitment to the AI Center and volunteer a minimum of four hours per month. The AI Center staff will match you with a young person with whom you are compatible and provide you with mentor orientation and training sessions. The most significant requirements are compassion, strong listening skills and a desire to help someone less fortunate. To learn more about the program, call the AI Center at 215-574-9194.

• The Highlands Historical Society Needs Volunteers. The Highlands has a number of opportunities to work with children, (primarily 4th and 5th graders) guiding them through numerous hands-on activities and engaging their minds. A background in history and/or teaching is a plus but not a requirement. Call Jennifer April at The Highlands Historical Society for more information: 215-641-2687.

• The Red Cross Needs Disaster Response Volunteers. Free training provided. Call 215-405-8558.

• The Center for Literacy is seeking volunteers to help improve the reading skills of thousands of area residents. Call 215-474-1235 or click www.centerforliteracy.org for more information.

• Foster Parents Needed. Catholic Social Services is looking for married or single adults to become foster parents to children of all ages, races and religions. Homes are also needed for children with special medical or emotional needs and for siblings who wish to live together. 215-587-3960.

• Philadelphia Reads is seeking volunteers to read with children — 1st through 3rd grade — in school day and after-school programs throughout the city. Training programs are scheduled on a regular basis. Book sorters are also needed. 215-686-4450.

• Historic RittenhouseTown needs volunteers for a variety of activities. Call 215-438-5711 or go to www.rittenhousetown.org.

• Samaritan Care Hospice is looking for volunteers to provide one-on-one companionship to terminally ill patients with a wide range of life-limiting illnesses, including cancer, end-stage cardiac diseases, ALS and end-stage Alzheimer’s. For information call 215-653-7310.

• The Franklin Institute Science Museum needs volunteers in a variety of areas, from mentoring Germantown students about careers in science and technology to greeting visitors to helping with the museum’s special events. Call 215-448-1163 or visit www.fi.edu.

• www.volunteersolutions.org/volunteerway/volunteer/ is a great starting point for you to find volunteer opportunities, as is www.philacares.com.

• Mayor’s commission on service to the aging’s APPRISE program is seeking volunteers to counsel seniors regarding Medicare, Medicaid and health care fraud issues; training will be provided. For more information, call 215-686-8462.

• Historic RittenhouseTown Seeks War Reenactors. To support and expand its historical interpretive and educational programs, Historic RittenhouseTown, a National Historic Landmark District, which is the 1690 site of North America’s first paper mill manufacturing community, is searching for an American Revolutionary War reenactment group or organization. With a major grant from the William Penn Foundation and other supporting funding sources, a key project was recently completed on the circa 1845 Enoch Rittenhouse Home, one of the seven original properties within this historic site. A portion of this historic building now has dedicated space for a group or organization to partner with Historic RittenhouseTown to provide the public with programs, events and activities centered on the American Revolution. This goal is important, since part of this crucial conflict, the 1777 Battle of Germantown, was fought on this location, now within Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park. For more information, call 215-438-5711 or e-mail HistRitTwn@aol.com.

USEFUL WEB SITES

• Your guide to most things local in Chestnut Hill is www.chestnuthillpa.com or www.chestnuthill.org.

• The Federal Citizen Information Center of the U.S. General Services Administration maintains a Web site chock full of good, important information for consumers … and you can read everything for free: www.pueblo.gsa.gov.

• The U.S. government's official Web portal is www.FirstGov.gov, with links to thousands of pages featuring helpful services and information from federal, state and local government.

• The Arthritis Foundation maintains www.jointeffort.info, an interactive online resource page to help prevent, manage and control arthritis.

• Do not call! Avoid those telemarketers. Everything you need to know about the state and federal “do not call” lists is available at www.nocallsplease.com.

• Wondering about product recalls? To be notified automatically when a product is recalled, call the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) at 1-800-638-CPSC and ask to be put on their mailing list, or sign up at www.cpsc.gov.

• A cultural access guide for people with disabilities is at www.art-reach.org.

• There’s a virtual animal shelter at www.petfinder.com.

• Here’s an online club for children 7-14 with asthma: www.AsthmaBusters.org.

• To learn about your rights in dealing with debt, click http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/pubs/credit/fdc.htm. As a matter of fact, www.ftc.com can be one of your most useful resources.

• "Personal Safety for Children: A Guide for Parents" is available at www.missingkids.com.

• See www.financialassistancenetwork.org for a free download about reducing your drug costs.

• The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board has launched its e-commerce site, www.pawineandspirits.com, which will offer mostly super premium and hard-to-find wines, often not available in the local store.

• http://www.parentednet.org/ takes you to the Parent Education Network, which offers free information and technical assistance to parents of children with disabilities and the professionals who serve them.

• The Clean Air Council’s “Green Guide” is at www.temple.edu/env-stud.

• Keep safety in mind when shopping for toys. Check the American Academy of Pediatrics at www.aap.org; and a nonprofit group, Kids in Danger, which notifies parents of recalls at www.kidsindanger.org.

• The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission wants to help you make informed decisions about your choices of electricity, natural gas and telephone service. Click www.utilitychoice.org to learn how to make informed decisions.

• Traveling? www.bbonline.com can come in real handy if you’re looking for a bed & breakfast in which to stay.

• www.readandrideclub.com takes you to the transit book club. As a member you will receive a monthly discount on featured Read & Ride book selections, invitations to unique literary events, and more. So ride public transit, sit back, relax and read!

• www.seniormatters.org takes you to FAIR, the site of the Fairness Advocates for Intergenerational Rights, who run programs like free 911-only cell phones and free “are you all right?” telephone calls for seniors. Whole Foods Markets are now a drop-off point for your used cell phones, in addition to the CHBA office at 8426 Germantown Ave. and other sites; contact FAIR at 215-333-4006 for details.

• www.attorneygeneral.gov is Pennsylvania’s site that is full of useful consumer protection information.

• www.mla.org is the site of the Modern Language Association, which will let you learn about what languages are spoken where in the U.S. — and in what percentage.

• www.oldcitydistrict.org takes you to historic, trendy Old City in Philadelphia, with a list of restaurants, shops and more.

YOU SHOULD ALSO KNOW:

LOOKING FOR HALF-PRICE TICKETS to cultural events in the area? Click http://www.phillyfunguide.com/calendar/home.do and sign up!

THURSDAYS ARE OLDIES NIGHTS AT THE COMMODORE BARRY CLUB, Carpenter Lane and Emlen Street in West Mount Airy. In the tradition of continuing culturally diverse gatherings in Northwest Philadelphia, 2 Girls and A Guy sponsors an oldies night dance party every Thursday from 7 p.m.-12:30 a.m. $10 includes one drink and food. Information: 215-275-8577.

DATING PARTIES FOR GROWN-UPS are now available in Chestnut Hill for a range of age groups at different times. Call 215-248-9642 or click www.philadelphia-speed-dating.com for all the details.

INDEPENDENCE TOASTMASTERS OF FLOURTOWN provides training in leadership and public speaking skills every first and third Tuesday of the month at Scoogi’s, 738 Bethlehem Pike, Flourtown, at 6:30 p.m. Dinner is optional. 215-482-8765.

THE BUSINESS CENTER AT NEW COVENANT CAMPUS offers a variety of courses in business, marketing, management and more for small businesses. 7500 Germantown Ave. Call 215-247-2473 or click www.thebizctr.com for more information.

THE WOMEN'S CLUB OF ERDENHEIM meets the first Wednesday of each month at the Oreland Presbyterian Church, Church and Paper Mill Roads, beginning at noon. Information: 215-836-1446. Guests are welcome.

CONGREGATION OR AMI: Classes in ethics, Torah study, women’s issues, basic Judaism and more, plus Shabbat services are held throughout the month. Call 610-828-9066 for more information. 708 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill.

MUSIC MEDITATIONS FOR PEACE AND HEALING, with Julia Haines on the harp, take place most Thursdays from 7:30-8:15 p.m. at the Chestnut Hill United Methodist Church, 8812 Germantown Ave. 215-842-9123.

WALK THE WILD WISSAHICKON. The Sierra Club sponsors hikes regularly the last Saturday of each month, hiking a different trail each month. Meet at 10 a.m. at Sedgwick Gardens Apts. in Mt. Airy (McCallum and Sedgwick Sts.) Check with Sidney Goldstein for details, at 215-438-4459, or mrbasketball.net@verizon.net.

AAA NOW OFFERS A DISCOUNT DRUG PROGRAM FOR ITS MEMBERS. Get a brochure from a local AAA office or download it from www.aaa.com/prescriptions and follow the instructions. For a listing of participating pharmacies and more details about this program, visit www.aaa.com/prescriptions or call toll-free 866-222-7283.

FOOD ADDICTS IN RECOVERY ANONYMOUS, a 12-step program for people recovering from addictive eating, welcomes newcomers and meets every Thursday from 7-8:30 p.m. Call Pat at 215-836-0274 for more information.

DROP-IN PARENTING DISCUSSION AND CHILD PLAY GROUP, Tuesdays, 10-11:30 a.m., Chestnut Hill HealthCare parenting education, Laughlin Hall, playroom, 8835 Germantown Ave. Chat with other parents about why you're not getting enough sleep, your house is not as clean as you'd like, your child doesn't easily follow directions and more. Children of all ages welcome. No need to register. Free. For information, call 215-753-2000.

SHHH, A HEARING LOSS SUPPORT GROUP, meets the first Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Jeanes Library, 4051 Joshua Road, Lafayette Hill. 215-482-7829.

NEW BEGINNINGS GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP is held the first Thursday of each month from 7-8:15 p.m. at Keystone Hospice, 8765 Stenton Ave., Wyndmoor. Free; no need to register; light refreshments. Information: 215-836-2440.

WISSAHICKON HOSPICE offers drop-in bereavement support groups for adults on the last Tuesday of each month from 1:30-3 p.m. at Chestnut Hill Hospital, Laughlin Hall, 8835 Germantown Ave. 800-700-8807.

MIRIAM’S WELL: A JEWISH SERVICE FOR HEALING, takes place on the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Germantown Jewish Centre, 400 W. Ellet St. Rooted in Jewish tradition, the service is open to anyone wishing to pray for physical, emotional or spiritual healing. 215-844-1507.

BREAST CANCER RECOVERY GROUP, fourth Tuesday of the month, 7 p.m., Chestnut Hill Healthcare Women's Center, 8835 Germantown Avenue. Call 215-242-4700 for information.

CHILDREN OF AGING PARENTS caregivers support group meets the fourth Tuesday of the month, 7:30 p.m., at Atria Chestnut Hill, 495 E. Abington Ave. 215-247-5307.

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS conducts two meetings each week at Roxborough Memorial Hospital, near Walnut Lane and Ridge Avenue. Details: 215-674-4418.

DONATE YOUR OLD CELL PHONE, save a life and write off up to $100 per phone. Details are at www.seniormatters.org or call FAIR, a nonprofit organization serving senior citizens, at 215-333-4006.

BREAST CANCER SELF HELP GROUP meets the second Thursday of each month at Canaan Baptist Church, 5430 Pulaski Ave., Germantown, from 7-8:30 p.m. Information: 215-849-7004. Sponsored by Women of Faith and Hope.